Parking And Shutting Down The Telehandler - Skyjack SJ643 TH Operating Manual

Parking and Shutting Down the Telehandler

5.10 Parking and Shutting
Down the Telehandler
CAUTION
Operator should observe the following when
parking the telehandler.
Avoid parking on slopes or near excavation,
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ditches or soft fills. If parking on slopes
cannot be avoided, ensure frame is leveled
and telehandler is positioned at a right angle
across the slope.
Avoid parking on roads or highways. If it
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cannot be avoided, ensure to display warning
flags during the day and flares or flashing
lights at night.
1. Position telehandler on a firm and level surface.
WARNING
Always engage parking brake before leaving the
cab.
2. Bring telehandler to a full stop.
3. With foot on service brake, engage parking
brake.
4. Move transmission shift lever to neutral position.
5. Release service brake and ensure machine
doesn't roll.
6. Retract boom fully and position attachment on
ground.
7. Allow engine to idle for 3 to 5 minutes.
8. Shut off engine and remove key.
WARNING
Ensure that you maintain three points of contact to
mount/dismount the cab.
9. Exit the telehandler.
10. Chock or block wheels to prevent telehandler
from rolling.
SJ643 TH & SJ843 TH
Section 5 – Operation
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